Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Moran of the Lady Letty (1922)

Paramount Pictures
Directed by George Melford
My rating: 2.5 stars out of 4
IMDb
(DVD, Flicker Alley)

Socialite Valentino is shanghaied by ruthless Captain Kitchell and his crew of thugs. Valentino, who has a yacht, adapts rather quickly and turns out to enjoy the experience. When they find a burning boat at sea, Valentino rescues an unconscious girl while the Captain and crew loot it. Valentino and the girl become fast friends, while Kitchell tries to rape her in her bedroom cabin. Valentino stops him just in time, but not before a fight. In Mexico, Kitchell tries to sell the girl to an outlaw and plans to do away with the crew. A friendly Chinese cook overhears his plan and informs the crew. Another fight follows, with Valentino the hero. It's all good fun for the most part, with interesting locations and a happy ending.

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